Best Luxury Dining Elite Restaurants in Studio City
2 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: February 2026
Our Top Pick
Asanebo
Michelin pedigree meeting California-Peruvian fusion in creative specialty rolls
Essential Picks
#1
Asanebo
9.1
Vibes:
Luxury Dining Elite
Date Night Magic
Business Lunch Power Players
Birthday & Celebration Central
Former Michelin-starred institution delivering bold fusion-forward rolls and hot dishes alongside impeccable omakase. Founded by Matsuhisa alumni in 1991, this upscale strip mall destination layers Peruvian influences with California creativity in daring specialty rolls and cooked preparations.
Must-Try Dishes:
Crispy Rice Spicy Tuna, Seared Toro, SSS (Salmon Sashimi Special)
What Makes it Special: Michelin pedigree meeting California-Peruvian fusion in creative specialty rolls
Notable Picks
8.6
Vibes:
Luxury Dining Elite
Date Night Magic
Birthday & Celebration Central
Business Lunch Power Players
Upscale modern Italian steakhouse specializing in land and sea pairings with housemade pastas, premium cuts, and fresh Mediterranean seafood. Restaurateur Stelian Tasu elevates his Pagliacci's heritage with white-toqued chefs in an open kitchen and sophisticated heated terrace dining.
Must-Try Dishes:
Chilean Sea Bass, Swordfish, Housemade Rigatoni Bolognese
What Makes it Special: Elevated Italian seafood-steak concept in former Bellwether space with open kitchen